Brenda Gael Smith

About my artwork

I create textile paintings and sketches made from a rich palette of my hand-dyed fabrics complemented by extensive, textural stitching demonstrating the transformative power of stitch. Abstraction is a persistent and insistent force. Working improvisationally, I capture the essence of my subjects to impart a sense of wonder of the natural world and a strong affinity to place.

Daily walks are a creative habit integral to my studio practice whether I am home or travelling. By closely observing my surroundings, and taking hundreds of photos, I have a bountiful inspiration bank that informs my work. I also embrace the serendipity factor. From the dye pot, to the design wall, to the sewing machine, I am always open to the possibility of a glorious accident.

On Exhibition

• Australia Wide Seven at at Manning Regional Art Gallery, 12 Macquarie Street, Taree,  NSW  from 25 August – 21 October 2022.
• Australia Wide Eight at Dysart Art Space, Dysart, Queensland 10 October – 12 December 2022
• Gosford Art Prize 2022 at Gosford Regional Gallery 20 August – 23 October 2022
• One Step Further at Kyabram Town Hall, Kyabram, Victoria 3 October – 26 November 2022
• Quilts Unlimited at View Centre of the Arts & Culture, New York 1 October – 3 December 2022